Offices in West Palm Beach & Jupiter, FL
Rehab Malpractice Lawyers Serving Delray Beach, FL
When Delray Beach Treatment Centers Fail Their Patients, We Fight for Justice
Florida's only firm dedicated exclusively to rehab negligence. 40+ years combined experience. No fee unless we win.
Ryan P. Ingraham, Esq | Partner, McLaughlin & Stern | Florida Bar #1039392
Susan Ramsey, Esq | Partner, McLaughlin & Stern | Florida Bar #450073
Also serving Boynton Beach, Boca Raton, Lake Worth Beach, and Palm Beach County
Why It Matters
Delray Beach Has More Rehab Facilities Per Capita Than Anywhere Else in Florida
Known as the Recovery Capital of America, Delray Beach hosts hundreds of treatment centers and sober homes, and a well-documented history of patient exploitation and preventable harm.
Attorneys Ryan P. Ingraham and Susan Ramsey have litigated Florida rehab negligence cases for years. They know the local facilities, the recurring patterns of negligence, and exactly how to hold them fully accountable.
If a Delray Beach treatment facility harmed your loved one, you deserve answers. Consultations are always free, confidential, and carry zero obligation to move forward.
Meet our team
Meet the Attorneys Fighting for Delray Beach Rehab Victims
Ryan Ingraham, Esq.
Partner, McLaughlin & Stern | Florida Bar Bar #1039392
As a seasoned trial attorney who started in insurance defense—Ryan knows exactly how facilities and their insurers try to avoid accountability. Now he uses that knowledge to fight for survivors. Ryan actively supports the recovery community and has made rehabilitation facility negligence his life's work.
Susan Ramsey, Esq.
Partner, McLaughlin & Stern | Florida Bar #450073
Susan brings a unique combination of ICU nursing expertise, 40+ years of legal acumen, and deep recovery community connections. She works closely with recovery advocacy organizations throughout Florida and has dedicated her career to understanding the treatment industry from every angle—clinical, legal, and survivor advocacy.
Wrongful Death in Treatment
When a loved one dies in a Delray Beach facility due to negligent detox, inadequate supervision, or preventable medical failure, families have the right to pursue full justice and legal accountability.
IOP & PHP Program Negligence
IOP programs operating below clinical standards, with inadequate supervision or fraudulent billing, cause serious harm to patients and constitute actionable negligence under Florida law.
Detox & Withdrawal Negligence
Cold turkey protocols, inadequate monitoring, and unqualified staff during withdrawal are among the most dangerous, most common failures inside Delray Beach treatment centers.
Sober Living Home Negligence
Unlicensed sober homes, unsafe living conditions, and exploitative patient brokering have caused devastating, preventable harm to Delray Beach area residents in recovery.
Sexual Assault by Staff or Patients
Facilities that fail to screen personnel or protect patients from predatory behavior are legally responsible for every assault that occurs under their watch, with no exceptions.
Medication Errors & Misdiagnosis
Incorrect diagnoses, dangerous drug combinations, and mismanaged MAT protocols cause serious harm and constitute actionable medical negligence. Delray Beach facilities are not exempt.
Patient Escape & Elopement
A facility's duty does not end at the front door. Our landmark Delray Beach elopement ruling confirmed that treatment centers remain liable when patients elope and are subsequently harmed.
Physical Abuse & Unsafe Conditions
Patients who suffer staff misconduct, physical abuse, or dangerous living conditions inside a Delray Beach treatment facility have strong legal claims and the right to full accountability.
Our Expertise
Types of Rehab Malpractice Cases We Handle in Delray Beach
If a Delray Beach Treatment Center Failed Your Family, We Are Here to Help
You trusted a Delray Beach facility to protect your loved one at their most vulnerable. When that center failed, through negligence, abuse, or indifference, you deserve answers and justice.
Every consultation is completely free, fully confidential, and carries no obligation to proceed. You pay nothing unless we win. Contact us anytime and our team will respond within 24 hours.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions, Serving Delray Beach, FL | Offices in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County is home to more than 100 licensed substance abuse treatment facilities, the highest concentration in Florida and among the highest per capita in the entire United States.
Can I sue a Delray Beach rehab facility for negligence or wrongful death?
Yes. Florida law holds treatment centers to professional standards of care. If a Delray Beach facility's negligence caused injury or death, your family has the legal right to pursue civil accountability and full financial recovery.
What makes Delray Beach rehab cases unique compared to other Florida cities?
Delray Beach has the highest concentration of treatment facilities in Florida, with a documented history of patient brokering and negligence. Ryan and Susan have years of specific experience litigating cases involving local Delray Beach operators.
How long do I have to file a rehab malpractice claim in Florida?
Florida generally allows families two years from the date of injury or death to file. Because facilities frequently delay or lose records, contacting an attorney as early as possible is critical for Delray Beach families.
Does my loved one's history with addiction hurt our legal case?
No. Facilities accept patients fully knowing the risks of addiction. Their duty of care increases with patient vulnerability. A history of substance use does not reduce your family's right to hold a facility fully accountable.
What types of compensation can our family recover?
Families may recover medical and funeral expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, loss of companionship and guidance, and in cases of egregious misconduct, punitive damages to hold the facility operator accountable and protect future patients.
Where are your offices and do you serve Delray Beach?
Our offices are located in West Palm Beach and Jupiter, Florida. We serve Delray Beach and all of Palm Beach County from our Palm Beach County locations. Consultations are available in person, by phone, or by video at no cost.
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